Local Box Truck Delivery Driver

Daikin•Orlando, FL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Daikin Comfort Technologies Distribution, Inc. is seeking a professional, skilled Local Delivery Driver for its Branch Operations group at the Orlando, Florida branch. The driver safely operates company trucks to deliver products on time to customers and company locations. The role also involves safely loading, unloading, and transferring products using equipment and forklifts at the branch, in trucks and trailers, and at delivery sites. The driver provides effective customer service and assists with warehouse and front-counter duties as needed. The company states that benefits are effective on day one for full-time direct hires, offers training programs to help team members develop skills, and provides opportunities for career growth. Employees are part of a global company whose family brands are backed by Daikin Industries, Ltd. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Daikin provides equal employment opportunity and complies with applicable federal and state disability regulations.

Requirements

At least 2 consecutive years of commercial vehicle driving experience.
A current, valid driver's license and an excellent driving record.
Meet and pass DOT standards, including annual DOT screening.
Successfully pass forklift training and delivery truck driving tests through the company's Prove it Pass it training within 30 working days of the start date.
Ability to safely operate a forklift as needed and to load or transfer products to designated locations promptly without causing damage.
Strong attention to detail and surroundings.
Ability to follow established policies and practices for branch, driving, and warehouse operations.
Good judgment, strong work ethic, and integrity.
Dependability, ability to work in a team, and ability to establish positive working relationships with employees and customers.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Basic computer skills, including data entry to process transactions and generate reports and orders.
Ability to multitask and assist in warehouse, front-counter, or branch operations as needed.
Ability to work assigned hours and days reliably.
Ability to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of warehouse or logistics experience.
Previous training in operating forklifts and delivery trucks.

Responsibilities

Load, unload, and deliver products to customer sites safely and within designated time frames, using efficient routes.
Maintain required logs and reports to comply with Department of Transportation (DOT) and company safety and vehicle-operation policies.
Load, block, brace, and secure cargo properly.
Follow applicable driving, traffic, and transportation laws and regulations while operating company trucks.
Operate forklifts safely and efficiently to transfer, load, and unload products, ensuring the correct products and quantities are loaded for customers.
Perform required pre-check and post-check procedures for company vehicles and forklifts.
Perform warehouse duties and ensure products and quantities are accurate when loading or transferring items for customers.
Notify the manager immediately about accidents, damage, violations, and other concerns so corrective measures can be implemented.
Follow housekeeping and safety practices at all times.
Provide warehouse and/or front-counter backup as needed.
Perform additional projects and duties to support business needs.